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Source: The Guardian

8/2/2021

How to Make Jim Jordan Talk about January 6? Ask Jefferson Davis

by Sidney Blumenthal

Jefferson Davis compelled the testimony of his Senate colleague William Seward about whether he had prior knowledge of John Brown's raid at Harper's Ferry. Rep. There's no reason why Jim Jordan shouldn't be likewise made to answer questions.